SIMI VALLEY – Ventura County Community Development Corporation (VCCDC) in partnership with the City of Simi Valley will host a free Homebuyer Workshop for those interested in learning how to successfully navigate through the complex home buying process. VCCDC is a local non-profit with a goal of assisting potential homebuyers in becoming mortgage-ready and sustaining homeownership for the long-term. In addition, the workshop will include information on the up to $30,000 in down payment assistance programs VCCDC offers.
The workshop will take place Saturday, May 19th, 2018 from 9am to 3:30pm at the Simi Valley City Hall – Council Chambers located at 2929 Tapo Canyon Road in Simi Valley.
The workshop is approved by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and will cover the following topics:
- Renting vs. Owning a Home
- Managing Your Budget & Credit
- Understanding the Difference Between Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval
- Shopping for a Home Loan
- Working with a REALTOR®
- Understanding How Real Estate Agents Work and Get Paid
- Offer and Counter Offer Process
- Obtaining a Home Inspection & How It Protects You
- Maintaining a Home
- Down Payment Assistance Programs
- And much more!
This workshop is offered at no cost (valued at over $150). Seats can be reserved by calling (805) 273-7800 or on VCCDC’s website: http://vccdc.org/events/.
About VCCDC: The VCCDC Home Ownership Center is a one-stop-shop where a full circle of services and resources is available to prospective home buyers and homeowners, including: HUD approved pre-purchase education and counseling, post-home purchase workshops, realty, and lending services that include down payment assistance programs and more. VCCDC is a certified Community Financial Development Institution and the only nonprofit organization in Ventura County offering affordable loan products and down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers.
Since it was founded in 2001 as a local non-profit organization, VCCDC has worked to increase homeownership and economic stability in underserved communities of Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. VCCDC is dedicated to ensuring that homebuyers are prepared for homeownership with the support of certified professionals who provide education and guidance, assisting with planning and problem solving. All VCCDC staff is bilingual, proudly serving the community. VCCDC accomplishes its work in partnership with other community organizations, and is financially supported by private and public funds. Visit us at www.vccdc.org and www.facebook.com/vccdc